Taunton Autism Support Group

So far the following have visited TASG to talk to us at Lisieux Way:

• Chris Peach - regional director from the National Autistic Society - on the work of the NAS, nationally and locally.(Dates: May 2007 & January 2008)
• Peter Harnett - Somerset County Autism Manager - Q and A sessions on all aspects of education. (Dates: September 2006 & September 2007)
• Tricha Smith - Parent Partnership - on education advice. (Dates: January 2006 & April 2007)
• Mother’s Union - on grants and finance, help and advice. (Date: February 2006)
• Pauline Perrin - Autism specialist - on communication strategies. (Date: March 2006)
• Liz Fothergill - Citizens Advice Bureau - on benefits and legal issues. (Date: May 2006)
• Keri Laing - Occupational therapist - on sensory integration and other OT issues. (Date: July 2006)
• Heidi Seabert - Paediatric dietician - on diet and Autism. (Date: March 2007)
• Ali Jari - Educational psychologist - on coping with challenging behaviours. (Date: November 2006)
• Paula Lippiatt - Escape family liaison and support worker - on Escape Support Group. (Dates: September 2006 & September 2007)
• Eileen McHale - Specialist teacher - on transition to secondary school. (Date: March 2008)
• Jen Slade - Somerset Activity and Sports Partnership - on after school and holiday activities. (Date: May 2008)
• Michelle Howell - SCC - on hidden disabilities in the workplace including Autism and Asperger’s. (Date: May 2008)